
Chris Blackwell Biography (wiki):
Full Name (real name) | Christopher perky Gordon Blackwell |
Nickname or Other Names | Chris Blackwell |
Profession | Businessman |
Gender | Male |
Date of Birth and Age | June 22, 1937 |
Age (as of 2021) | 83 years old |
Birthplace | England |
Nationality | British |
Ethnicity | White |
Religion | Christian |
Spouse | Mary Vinson |
Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Chris Blackwell Net Worth:
Chris Blackwell's Net Worth is | $300 Million |
Early Life
Chris Blackwell was born in Westminster, England, on 22 June 1937, to Joseph Blackwell and Blanche Lindo Blackwell. His mother was a Costa Rican-born Jamaican heiress. He spent his early years in Jamaica where his father served as a major in the Jamaica Regiment. He was 12 when his parents divorced.
Family Tree
Father Name | Joseph Blackwell |
Mother Name | Lindo Blackwell |
Brother Name | n/a |
Sister Name | n/a |
Spouse Name | Mary Vinson |
Children | Yes |
Education and Certificates
Blackwell was sent to London after spending his childhood in Jamaica in order to attend Harrow School, a prestigious boys preparatory boarding school.
Height and Weight
Here you can read about Chris Blackwell's height and weight, as he is 5ft 9in (175 cm, 1.75 m) tall in height and 75 kg (165 lbs) in weight.
Social Media Profiles
You can be in contact with Chris Blackwell and get the latest updates about his career and more on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Career
Blackwell also formed Mango Records, which featured artists from Jamaica as well as from the Third World. The label introduced several artists and bands like Burning Spear, Third World, and Salif Keita. Blackwell has also been involved in multiple philanthropic activities.
In 2001, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He also received the Ahmet Ertegun Award for his contribution to music. He thanked Steve Winwood during his acceptance speech.
He currently runs Island Outpost, which was set up to operate and market a group of elite resorts in Jamaica, such as Strawberry Hill in the Blue Mountains.
Awards and Achievements
Interesting Facts and FAQs
- He is originated from England.
- His Star sign is Cancer and his zodiac sign element is Water.
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